Chapter 449

Defense Specialization and Northern Light

No way!?

Like Wilbert, Hinata also understood that their plan had been foiled. Even though their positioning shouldve been a mess, and their movement speed decreased

Prior to Hinatas use of skill, Sallywhod become immune to all effects due to [Spirited Away]dashed out of range in an instant.

Sally didnt hesitate to abandon her valuable defensive resources, and as a result of her quick-wittednessthe situation had been reversed in an instant.

[Emergency Charging]!

At Velvets voice, the previously stunned Hinata regained her bearings.

Lightning struck Velvet, and sparks erupted from her body.

Nevertheless, Velvet was in an emergency. The skill itself was a last-ditch effort to postpone the side effect of [Overcharge], and at the same time, allow Velvet to use lightning skill for a brief period of time.

[Electromagnetic Jump]!

Velvet leaped at once, leaving a flash of thunder behind. With the help of Hinatas gravity control, she flew into the sky.

A flying machine driven by Lily approached the two, leaving a trail of blue flames in the dark sky.

Ray, [Dragon Star]!

Upon witnessing that, Payne jumped on Rays back and soared towards the sky at once.

Catch them! Ray, [Breath of the Holy Dragon]!

[Reproduction] [Puppet Wall]!

Rays gleaming breath destroyed the wall made of minions summoned by Lily, whod switched equipment, and smashed the scaffolding of their transport.

Ugh!

[Wide Range]! [Holy Blade of Brilliance]!

As Lily and Wilbert were thrown into the air, a torrent of light shot towards them.

However, just when they were about to get hit

As if being drawn by a strong force, the two were pulled downward and managed to avoid the attack at the last minute.

I wont let you!

Hinata manipulated gravity to pull them down, closing the distance between the four of them.

Lily waved the flag in her hand as a tremendous amount of magic began to gather around her.

[Formation Change]!

Immediately after that, the four vanished.

The skillwhich was similar to teleportationignored the terrains and the opposing players.

Seeing that, Kasumi and Chrome exchanged glances before charging towards the outer wall.

Payne also followed suit. Seeing that, the other players began their pursuit for the four.

Even if they could teleport, they could only run so far. Not to mention, the three were familiar with Maples [Ark]. As such, they could predict the destination of [Formation Change].

Pa.s.sing the gate, they began to look around. Kasumi spotted the blue flames that mustve been emitted by Lilys flying vehicle.

Haku, [Super Giant]!

Ill give you a ride!

The two members of [Maple Tree] responded steadfastly. Ray was also gaining speed in midair.

Well catch up with them!

Maple is still faster than that flying machine!

As the distance decreased, the trail of blue flame could be seen changing its angle as the transport descended to the ground.

Ray also lowered his alt.i.tude and approached the four of them.

Wow, you guys sure are fast!

A rematch. Tension filled the air. The silence was broken by the crackling sound of Velvets lightning.

[Heightened Output]! [Northern Light]!

An ultra-wide skill. In an instant, Velvets surroundings shone brightly.

It was a lightning skill with enhanced range. With a roar, the white pillar that connected Heaven and earth blocked the path of the three.

A few seconds later

After the roar of thunder subsided, and the pillar of light disappeared, the four enemies were no longer there.

Its a distraction!

Lets look for them! I feel like we can no longer use detection. Kasumi, block the escape route!

Leaving aside Velvet and Hinata, Lily and Wilbert shouldnt be that far off.

After all, the distraction only lasted briefly.

Payne searched from the sky, while Kasumi and Chrome scored the ground while searching for hidden areas.

Other players also joined the search. Then, after everyone had thoroughly searched the area

They found out that no one was around.

It was as if the four had vanished into thin air.

Payne, Chrome, and Kasumi discussed the situation.

How is this possible?

Did we overlook anything? Or had they simply vanished?

I flew around for a bit. If something had flown by, Id have noticed. I also didnt see any suspicious effects.

It mustve been the light. After the light had subsided, there was no trace of the four. They had no choice but to think so.

a.s.suming it was some kind of powerful retreat method, then I can understand Velvet and Hinatas unreasonable powerup.

Thats right.

Basically, theyd prepared an escape planone thatd guarantee them an out even if theyre inside the wall.

Seeing that they didnt immediately use that skill after the operation was foiled, that skill mustve had some conditions.

Payne concluded that it was an escape skill of some kind. Chrome and Kasumi shared his view.

Judging from their series of actions, itd be more plausible for them to prepare some skills rather than scrambling to get away.

It seems that we've been tricked.

Well, it cant be helped. We are still indebted to Sally.

Yes, she had an impressive reaction. Did she foresee everything?

Considering our next plan, it seems difficult to defeat them without taking some risks.

The main force was the [Maple Tree], which boasted overwhelming defensive ability, and the [Congregation of Holy Swords], which specialized in group combat and strengthening each other with buffs. Certainly, many methods could be used to counter the enemy, one of them by receiving the attack. However, by doing so, theyd be giving the enemy an opening.

If so, they had to devise a strategy. Now that Dred was gone, things had become more difficult for the [Congregation of the Holy Swords]nevertheless

While incorporating [Maple Tree] into the strategy, Payne concocted the next plan.